Gotu kola grows freely across Pacific Island nations and is a cornerstone of Pacific traditional medicine. Known as the herb of longevity, it is used in Fijian and other Pacific traditions for wound healing, nervous exhaustion, skin conditions, and mental clarity. In Pacific Island healing systems, gotu kola is both eaten as a daily food and used medicinally — an integration of nutrition and medicine characteristic of Pacific healing philosophy. Its triterpene saponins stimulate collagen synthesis and support both the skin and the brain.
whole herb, leaf
tea, fresh leaf, tincture, capsule, topical
1–2 tsp dried herb as tea 2–3x daily; 60–120mg standardised extract 2–3x daily
Generally very safe. High doses or long-term internal use may cause liver stress — take breaks. Topical use is very safe.
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